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353823BR Job ID: 353823BR Job Description: 12,000! That’s the number of our Global Drug Development (GDD) associates we empower to deliver value to patients through our development of products and programs that create knowledge, deliver learning and build applied skills. We have high ambitions to transform the way we help people learn, and we’re building a Capability team who have the imagination, grit and expertise to make that a reality, fast. The job purpose is to serve as Head of Legal to the Novartis ‘Global Drug Development (GDD)’ in India. Accountable to lead, design and execute the legal strategy and to provide pro-active legal support to India and global GDD organizations. Provide business oriented, practical and timely legal counselling to the operations in India and to the Legal Leadership Teams at Global level. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: •Strong contracting skills viz., drafting, negotiation and review of all commercial contracts, especially the R&D agreements, including those related to the development of pharma assets and analytical services, procurement of clinical trial services, agreements with CROs, HCPs, research collaborations; and advise on IP related matters in close collaboration with IP counsel, at both India and Global level. •Identify, analyze and mitigate key legal and business risks, and help drive smart risk-taking, efficiency and productivity within the Legal and Procurement functions. •Legal support on employment and labor-related matters, internal investigations, litigation, and legal support to HR/P&O functions; •Serve as a valued member of the Global Drug Development Legal Team, India Legal Board, Site Risk Committee, IC (POSH) Committee and collaborate closely with Legal colleagues throughout Novartis and serve as an enterprise connector. •Identify opportunities for optimal legal support for GDD activities, in collaboration with CONEXTS, Country lawyers and other external legal resources; and enhance the provision of Procurement and Legal services; •Create and deliver trainings to business partners tailored to specific and relevant areas of law as may be required, including on current and emerging key risks; •Advise on compliance-related matters, and assist in investigations, in the regulatory & development areas, working closely with the Country Head of ERC and the GDD ERC function. •Business partner to GDD in the day-to-day operations in India and the legal leadership teams at enterprise level and strict observance of confidentiality nnnn Position Title: Head Legal, GDD India Minimum requirements: What you’ll bring to the role: Law degree and preferably bar admission in India or other jurisdictions Professional training and qualifications as a lawyer •Substantial expertise related to Indian legal, policy, and regulatory environment (Pharma law). •Understanding of both the Legal and Compliance view toward risk and regulatory issues. •Min. [10] years of experience required: ideally gained within a healthcare / pharmaceutical environment, or alternatively, with a top-tier law firm representing healthcare & technology clients •Ability to analyse complex legal issues •Strong verbal & written communication skills; together with a high ability to influence and negotiate •Proven ability to deal positively when working within tight time pressures & demanding clients •Sound experience in handling a high volume of activity involving multiple, often complex projects simultaneously •Demonstrate professional & culturally sensitive work ethic Why consider Novartis? 799 million. That’s how many lives our products touch. And while we’re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people’s lives? We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment. Where you’re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data. Where you’re empowered to risk failure by taking smart risks, and where you’re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Imagine what you could do at Novartis! Job Type: Full Time Country: India Work Location: Hyderabad, AP Functional Area: Legal & Intellectual Property & Compliance Division: Global Drug Development Business Unit: MGMT OFFICE GDD Employment Type: Regular Company/Legal Entity: Nov Hltcr Shared Services Ind Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. Shift Work: No Early Talent: No
